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Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90.

Details of David Andrews' contract show he took discount to stay with Patriots

Andrews could've likely received more money on the open market, but he always wanted to stay in New England.

Cubs prospect arrested after police reportedly find meth, oxycodone in duffle bag

Cubs pitching prospect Jesus Camargo Corrales was arrested in Colorado on Wednesday after police allegedly found meth and oxycodone in his equipment bag.

Veteran pass-rusher Melvin Ingram to visit with Chiefs

Ingram was limited to seven games in 2020 due to injury. The 31-year-old has 49 career sacks.

Dolphins release Isaiah Wilson after attempts to help him failed

The Miami Dolphins are releasing troubled offensive tackle Isaiah Wilson after several attempts to help him get his life back on track failed.

Spectators from abroad not allowed to attend Tokyo Olympics amid pandemic

Spectators from abroad will not be allowed to attend the 2021 Tokyo Olympics when they open in four months.

Ohio State calls police after E.J. Liddell got threatening messages following NCAA Tournament loss

Ohio State reached out to authorities after Buckeyes forward E.J. Liddell received threatening messages following the team's first-round NCAA Tournament loss on Friday.

Raiders won't lose draft picks for COVID-19 violations

The New Orleans Saints and Las Vegas Raiders will not be stripped of draft picks for violating the NFL's COVID-19 protocols during the 2020 season.

Kyrie Irving slams NCAA for treatment of women's players at NCAA Tournament

Other professional basketball players also slammed the NCAA, including Stephen Curry, Ja Morant, Sabrina Ionescu, Rudy Gobert and Sue Bird.

Report: Teams still interested in acquiring Deshaun Watson, monitoring sexual assault allegations

The New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Carolina Panthers, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos are still among the teams interested in the Clemson product. 

Bengals release Pro Bowl defensive tackle Geno Atkins

Atkins' release comes as several teams across the NFL continue to cut players in an attempt to get under the 2021 salary cap. The 32-year-old played in just eight games last season due to a shoulder injury.

Bruins' next two games postponed after four more players enter COVID-19 protocols

The Bruins' practice facility will also remain closed and is not eligible to reopen until Wednesday, March 24.

JuJu Smith-Schuster after signing one-year deal with Steelers: 'I love you Pittsburgh'

Smith-Schuster reportedly drew interest from the New York Jets, Baltimore Ravens and the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason before ultimately deciding to return to the Steelers. 

Bears want to pair Kenny Golladay with Allen Robinson?

Robinson and Golladay would give Andy Dalton two solid targets. However, Golladay joining the Bears might not be very realistic based on the type of deal he's looking for. 

Kings' Jonathan Quick among goaltenders drawing trade interest?

Quick is 6-4-2 with a 2.87 goals-against average and .898 save percentage. Although he's well past his prime, the 35-year-old is still a better option than many goaltenders in the NHL. 

Deshaun Watson's agent speaks out amid QB's sexual assault allegations

Watson's agent spoke in generalities on social media but seemed to be referring to allegations against his client.

Broncos, Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons agree to four-year, $61 million deal

Justin Simmons is now the highest-paid safety in football.

Ravens interested in signing former Lions WR Kenny Golladay?

Golladay was limited to just five games in 2020 due to injury but had a solid 2019 campaign, catching 65 passes for a career-high 1,190 yards and 11 touchdowns. 

Clippers actively exploring trade routes for Pelicans' Lonzo Ball

Although the Los Angeles Clippers are fourth in the Western Conference, they could still use some upgrades, particularly when it comes to playmaking.  According to Marc Stein of The New York Times, the Clippers are exploring a trade for New Orleans Pelicans point guard Lonzo Ball.

NFL insider: Jets to select Zach Wilson with second overall-pick in NFL draft

During his junior season at BYU, the 21-year-old completed 73.5% of his passes for 3,692 yards and 33 touchdowns against three interceptions. He also ran for 254 yards and 10 scores. 

Raptors reportedly don't plan to trade Kyle Lowry this season

Lowry is still competing at a high level. This season, the Villanova product is averaging 17.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 7.5 assists per game while shooting 43.7% from the field and 38.6% from deep.

Paul Pierce bemoans lack of depth as Celtics' biggest issue this season

The Celtics' first-half struggles have followed them into the second half of the season and at 20-20, Boston's playoff hopes are dwindling.  Although Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are having solid seasons, the Celtics rely too much on their young superstars.

Michigan State's Tom Izzo, Gabe Brown get into heated exchange at halftime vs. UCLA

It's unclear what words the two exchanged, but Brown must have taken exception to something Izzo said because he turned around quickly and got in Izzo's face before continuing to walk away. 

Lakers' Kyle Kuzma: LeBron James should have 'at least' eight MVPs

James is averaging 25.8 points, 8.1 rebounds and eight assists per game this season while shooting 51.4% from the field and 36.7% from deep. 

Jaguars HC Urban Meyer: We're not fielding trade offers for Gardner Minshew at this point

It's unclear which teams are showing interest in Minshew. However, teams like the New England Patriots, Denver Broncos and New York Jets could use a little competition at quarterback entering the 2021 campaign.